Apolis Activism Army Field Jacket

The war between classics and trend is omnipresent this season. If you’re looking to buy into the military trend but want something with some staying power consider Apolis Activism’s Army Field Jacket. Shown in an olive drab color, it features three flap pockets, epaulettes and a standard zip-closure. With an elasticized waist and wrists, this short jacket is best suited for street wear in the springtime. It scores serious style points for being simple and democratic in design.

While American workwear and military trends are mandatory in menswear these days, buyers beware: Garments with excessive patch pockets, outlandish camouflage prints or zipper details that fail to serve any real purpose are not the soundest investments. Enter Apolis Activism’s Army Field Jacket. Though nothing about this piece is especially unique, we like that it captures the classic styling of a field jacket while still referencing what’s happening in menswear today.

To amplify this jacket’s nod to the army, play around with accessories like a round scarf, a vintage pocket watch or aviator shades, and finish with some Dr. Martens. To keep things understated, it’s really as easy as throwing it over a pocket T-shirt and some worn-in jeans for casual wear.

Unlike similar models on the market that are over-styled, this jacket’s minimalist military design means it will be here today and here to stay. You can expect to keep this in your artillery for years to come, regardless of trends. While trends have the tendency of excluding certain age groups and body shapes, the Apolis Activism Army Jacket is fairly democratic. In addition to using premium fabrics, the label is also known to donate proceeds of its revenue to manufacturers with a sustainable focus (what troopers).

Having said that, bear in mind that this is not an all-year all-purpose jacket. Pull it out for spring and early summer. If your work attire is conservative during the week, limit its wear to weekends only.